Summer has finally come to California, and many businesses are starting to reopen. We suggest that all drivers take an extra step to stay as safe as possible when driving this summer. Read on to learn about our best tips for doing so but remember that you can contact Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas at 909-982-0707 for a free legal consultation from an experienced attorney if you are involved in a car accident.
Always Pay Attention
This is the type of advice that too many people skip over because they believe it is such obvious advice. It is obvious, but unfortunately, it is not often followed. These days there are more accidents caused by distracted driving than almost any other cause. Put down your phone. Do not eat while driving. Keep your eyes on the road the entire time you are driving.
Do Not Drive After Drinking
You likely know that you should not drive if you have been drinking all night. However, the legal limit is 0.08%, and studies have shown that for some people, significant impairment starts at just 0.04%. Additionally, many people badly judge whether or not their ability to safely drive has been affected. The best option is to have rideshare ready or a designated driver if you are going to be drinking.
Do Not Drive While High
Marijuana has only been legal for a short time in California, yet the instances of drugged driving have gone up significantly. We believe this is in part due to the fact that people often think there is no test to determine if they have been using marijuana, and therefore there are no potential legal consequences to driving while high.
A person’s reaction times while high are much worse than when sober. As a result, a person who drives while high has a higher chance of being involved in a car accident. If they do cause an accident, then their blood could be tested, and they could be found guilty of driving while drugged – not to mention the property damage and potential injuries they caused.
Slow Down
Speed both increases the chance that a person will be involved in a car accident and increases the chance that a car accident will involve catastrophic injury or death. Speed limits are not arbitrary – they are set based on how safely a certain road can be driven at certain speeds. Follow these limits to stay safer.
If you are involved in a car accident in which someone else was at fault, you might have grounds for a personal injury case. You can contact Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas at 909-982-0707 for a free legal consultation. We will take the time to determine if you have grounds for a case. If you do and we decide to take your case, we will do so on a contingency basis that assures you do not pay us until we win your case. Call now for help.
